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The Community Foundation of Greater Flint Neighborhoods Small Grants Program is seeking to fund projects in the following categories: Strengthening Neighborhood Groups/Organizations Creating safe environments Improving neighborhood conditions Creating opportunities for neighbors to connect and engage in community activities Who is eligible to apply? Block Clubs/Neighborhood Associations that have a D.B.A. and Bank Account Faith-Based Organizations …

Please join the Flint River Watershed and our partners for Stewardship Day on April 27th from 9AM – Noon. This watershed-wide volunteer event is centered on cleaning up and beautifying  21 sites throughout Lapeer and Genesee counties along local waterways in stewardship of the Flint River. Activities vary at each site and include trash and …

Flint ReCAST hosts resiliency week for Flint-area residents FLINT, Mich. – The public is invited to a free, family-friendly community event for Flint-area residents during spring break, Wednesday, March 27 through Saturday, March 30, at Flint Southwestern Academy. “Shine Your Light” is the theme for the third annual Resiliency Week and Environmental Justice Summit, offering four days …

Session on Safety in Places of Faith Security Expert to Discuss Enhancing Safety in our Houses of Worship (Flint, Mich.) – Following the recent tragedies in Charleston, Pittsburgh and New Zealand, now more than ever it is vital for places of worship to take control of their parishioners’ safety. This topic will be addressed by Mark …

World Water Day is an annual United Nations observance day that highlights the importance of freshwater. The day is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The City of Flint will be hosting a citywide water giveaway for World Water Day on March 22, 2019 from 3-7 pm. We are in need …

Mayor Karen Weaver turns 60 on March 15. A party is being planned at the newly renovated Buick City Event Center on Friday, March 15 from 5 pm- 9 pm. Event organizers encourage residents to wish Madame Mayor a “Happy Birthday” at the celebration which will reflect her year’s growing up, raising a family and …

There is an upcoming opportunity for you to talk directly with the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration in an open-house style meeting concerning your views on the transportation planning process in the Flint area: Time:   5:00 – 6:45 pm Date:   Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Place:  Genesee County Administration Building, 3rd Floor Harris …